College is about much more than earning a credential. Make sure you have all the classic college experiences, form lifelong memories, and occasionally push yourself out of your comfort zone to do something adventurous by creating a bucket list. What you put on it will be unique to you, but you may like to include the following.
1. Visit All the Main Sites in Your College Town
It’s easier than you may think to never fully get to know your college town, especially if you spend most of your time on campus. When you have free time, explore your surroundings. Check out what’s on offer in terms of shopping, restaurants, and tourist attractions. You may find spots you like to visit often, such as great thrift stores or a local coffee shop.
2. Explore the Hiking Trails
There are almost always hiking trails not too far from college towns. Free up a few weekends to visit all those close to you with a group of friends. You may like to pack a picnic to make a day of it.
3. Take a Photo with Your College Mascot
Make sure you have at least one photo of yourself with your college mascot. Jump at any chance you get to avoid missing out.
4. Attend a Sports Game
Support your school at a home game for a sport you enjoy — even better, go to one when a friend is playing. This is also a great time to see your college mascot, allowing you to check two things off your bucket list at once.
5. Go on a Road Trip
You only have your college years to be around your friends. Make the most of this time by taking a trip together. Pack yourselves into a car or two and hit the road. You only need a weekend, but you could also use all of spring break or a week or two of summer break. Keep the trip low cost by visiting national parks and camping or choose places you’ve always wanted to go to, such as amusement parks or particular cities.
6. Stay Up All Night
Make pulling an all-nighter a fun item for your bucket list by staying up with friends rather than desperately trying to finish an assignment by the due date. Prepare plenty of snacks, games, and gossip.
7. Host a Friendsgiving
A major trend at college is Friendsgiving. This is the perfect way to celebrate the holidays with friends, whether or not you’re also able to go home. Make it a potluck to avoid all the cooking falling to one person, prepare drinks, and decorate the space.
8. Join a Club
Feel like a part of your college by joining a club, student organization, or sports team. This is also a great way to expand your social circle, discover new interests, and develop your skills.
9. Have a Karaoke Night
Head to a karaoke bar for the night with a group of friends. Make sure you sing at least one song yourself, even if you’re feeling anxious.
10. Pay a Friend at Another School a Visit
See what life is like at another school by visiting a hometown friend who’s attending a different college. This will also give you the chance to see another city, make more friends, and perhaps give you ideas about what school you’d like to attend later, if you’re planning to continue your education to grad school.
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